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ANGIOTENSIN

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There are 5 entries related to ANGIOTENSIN in the AudioEnglish.net dictionary.


1. What does ANGIOTENSIN mean?
pronunciation
Any of several vasoconstrictor substances (trade name Hypertensin) that cause narrowing of blood vessels

2. What does ANGIOTENSIN I mean?
pronunciation
It's a physiologically inactive form of angiotensin that is the precursor to angiotensin II

3. What does ANGIOTENSIN II mean?
definition
It's a potent vasopressor agent formed from angiotensin I

4. What does ANGIOTENSIN CONVERTING ENZYME mean?
pronunciation
Proteolytic enzyme that converts angiotensin I into angiotensin II

5. What does ANGIOTENSIN-CONVERTING ENZYME INHIBITOR mean?
pronunciation
Antihypertensive drug that blocks the formation of angiotensin in the kidney, leading to relaxation of the arteries; promotes the excretion of salt and water by inhibiting the activity of the angiotensin converting enzyme; also used to treat congestive heart failure


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